Lincoln MKZ vs. Honda Accord

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Lincoln MKZ and Honda Accord contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Lincoln MKZ and the Honda Accord.

When we compare the Lincoln MKZ's and the Honda Accord's specifications and ratings, the Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Honda Accord has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Lincoln MKZ's and the Honda Accord's specifications and ratings, the Honda Accord is a better car than the Lincoln MKZ.

Pricing: A used 2020 Lincoln MKZ ranges from $20,943 to $32,439 while a used 2020 Honda Accord is priced between $19,316 to $28,639.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Lincoln MKZ loses 51 percent of its value and the Honda Accord loses 31.5 percent of its value. This means the Honda Accord retains 19.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Lincoln MKZ.

Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Lincoln MKZ is 8.6 out of 10 while the Honda Accord's quality rating is 9.3 out of 10. This results in the Lincoln MKZ being ranked 3 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Honda Accord being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars.

Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Lincoln MKZ is 8.5 out of 10. For the Honda Accord the reliability rating is 9.3 out of 10. This gives the Honda Accord a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Lincoln MKZ.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Lincoln MKZ’s base engine makes 245 horsepower, and the Honda Accord base engine makes 192 horsepower. The MKZ is rated to deliver an average of 24 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 512 miles. The Accord is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 562 miles. This gives the Honda Accord the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Lincoln MKZ. Both models use regular unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are midsize cars, the Honda Accord has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Lincoln MKZ has the advantage in the area of front leg room.

Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Lincoln MKZ and the Honda Accord have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.